dad’s pct hike at snoqualmie pass: a proud but worried moment

My dad decided to take on the Pacific Crest Trail this year, and let me tell you, I had mixed feelings from the start. We drove all the way out to Snoqualmie Pass in Washington, winding through those endless pine forests and foggy mountain roads. I managed to snap just one photo of him before he disappeared down the trail, backpack almost bigger than he is. I’m proud, of course, but I can’t help but worry—he’s not exactly 25 anymore, and those trails are no joke. I kept thinking about all the stories you hear: sudden storms, tricky terrain, and even bears. It’s beautiful out there, but also a little intimidating. Has anyone else had a family member take on something this big later in life? How did you handle the mix of pride and anxiety? I want to support him, but sometimes I wonder if I should have tried harder to talk him out of it. The scenery is breathtaking, but my nerves are shot! #PCT #FamilyAdventures #SnoqualmiePass #Travel